What's on this weekend in Melbourne
Discover things to do in Melbourne this weekend, from free events to exhibitions, attractions and places to visit.
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Melbourne's Storied Laneways
Royal Historical Society of Victoria's exhibition provides insights into Melbourne's iconic lanes.
Classic Silent Disco City Walking Tour: Taylor Swift
Join other Swifties on a sing-along walking tour in celebration of Tay-Tay.
An Italian Wedding
A verbatim play about an Italian wedding, as part of La Mama's Festival of Mother Tongues.
AFLW Preliminary Final: North Melbourne v Port Adelaide
Cheer on as North Melbourne take on Port Adelaide this Saturday at IKON Park.
Surrealism: One Day Course
The NGV invites adult learners to discover the history, impact and ongoing legacy of Surrealism.
Future Dreaming Family Day
Come along to the Torch's Family Day celebration for the last chance to view Future Dreaming 2024.
Working with Reclaimed Textiles with Artist Louise Saxton
Louise introduces her practice of reclaiming discarded materials from the home.
(re)makerspace Series: Banners Into Carry
Make your new favourite tote bag from old promotional banners.
Trenches to Runway: Military Influences on Popular Fashion
Explore the enduring influence of military design on popular fashion.
Tour the Old Treasury Building Museum
Discover early Melbourne, through architecture, art and artefacts, in an iconic gold rush building.
RMIT Fine Arts Graduate Exhibition
Each year RMIT’s city campus comes alive as art students exhibit and celebrate their work.
Arriba Melbourne Mexican Festival
A vibrant Mexican extravaganza of food and music in the heart of the city.
Motors and Masterpieces
Australia's most anticipated motoring event is gearing up to debut in Melbourne.
Cooee
A show in Greek for kids about love and family, as part of La Mama's Festival of Mother Tongues.
Regular weekend events
NGV Architecture Commission: Home Truth by Breathe
The NGV's 2024 Architecture Commission is designed by architecture and design studio Breathe.
Le Petit Chef at The Langham, Melbourne
An immersive, theatrical dining experience with the world's tiniest chef.
Bakery Hill Whisky Distillery Tour and Tasting
Learn how Bakery Hill produces its malts on a tour and tasting led by a distiller.
Monopoly Dreams
Enjoy a fully immersive and interactive Monopoly experience, featuring games and challenges.
Leonardo Da Vinci
Explore the legacy of the visionary artist, inventor, scientist and philosopher at THE LUME.
Queen Victoria Market
This beloved Melbourne landmark is the largest open air market in the southern hemisphere.
The Vaudeville Revue: Cabaret, Comedy and Burlesque
Be captivated with over two hours of cabaret, burlesque comedy, sideshow and an array of surprises.
Chocolate Painting Workshops
Take part in a chocolate painting workshop that appeals to all the senses.
House Down Under
Australia’s favourite inverted house photo experience brings topsy-turvy fun to Melbourne.
Bourke Street Mall Busking
Meet Melbourne's marvellous musicians and more in the iconic Bourke Street Mall busking program.
Mystery Picnic: Melbourne Laneways
Solve clues, taste and collect pre-paid gourmet food on this unique foodie adventure.
Melbourne Book Market
Melbourne Book Market is a curated collection of more than 5,000 new and pre-loved titles.
Carnival of Karactors
A monthly cabaret show featuring sexy and silly circus artists, comedians and burlesque performers.
Disney's Beauty and the Beast the Musical
Experience Disney's new enchanting musical, Beauty and the Beast.
The Sunday Market at Southgate
After decades positioned around the Arts Centre, the Sunday Market is now at Southgate.
Making Memoir of a Snail
Explore handmade sets, props and characters from Adam Elliot's claymation film Memoir of a Snail.
Hans Schiebold: Oceans and Urban Landscapes
An retrospective exhibition of paintings featuring ocean landscapes and well-known urban vistas
Kings of Comedy: Underground, Uncensored, Unrivalled
Enjoy stand-up comedy from future stars and celebrity guest headliners.
Myer Christmas Windows
Take a magical journey with Australia Zoo's favourite wildlife heroes in An Irwin’s Christmas Story.
Tina: The Tina Turner Musical
The inspiring life story of the Queen of Rock, who didn’t just break the rules – she rewrote them.
Rekospective: The Art of Reko Rennie
Reko Rennie's largest presentation of work to date and his first-ever retrospective exhibition.
City Lights Cruises
Embark on an enchanting Yarra River journey as you indulge in the captivating City Lights Cruise.
The Explorer: Melbourne Gardens
Discover the beauty of this inner-city oasis from the comfort of an open-air minibus.
Sunday Night Stand Up Comedy Show
A mix of comics from the TV and radio, alongside some future stars.
Beyond the View: Karen Prakhoff Rickman
Perth Printmaker Prakhoff Rickman has traveled her artworks to Melbourne gallery West End Art Space.
Bonza Christmas Cruise
Get out of the office and onto the water with an all-inclusive festive cruise.
The Sky and Beyond
Jessi Wong explores sky, light, and celestial phenomena in woodblock prints on Hosho paper.
Māreikura - Ka rere te rongoā (the Medicine Flows)
This exhibition of portraits aims to communicate the strength and power of the Māori matriarchy.
Improvised Comedy: The Remix
Improvised comedy from true stories, sampled and remixed to create comedy gold.
Mosaic Class: Turkish Lamp Workshop
Learn about ancient mosaic art and create a beautiful Turkish lamp.
Comedy at the Coopers Inn
A comedy club featuring the best local, interstate and international stand-up comedians.
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